Despite the name, Green Hill School in Washington is less a place of learning and more a detention center for maximum-security juvenile offenders. While the center holds juveniles with violent criminal histories, one of the biggest threats to the children living there are particular members of staff who should be protecting them.
Allegations of sexual abuse and inappropriate relationships with minor residents are commonplace at Green Hill School. If you survived that trauma, you can pursue compensation with the help of a compassionate attorney. Reach out today to learn about Green Hill School sexual abuse lawsuits.
Accusations of child sexual abuse at Green Hill School stretch back decades. In 2009, a member of the staff was convicted of criminal sexual misconduct with residents of the facility and sentenced to jail. As part of that investigation, allegations against at least five other staff members were examined. Despite the culture of abuse fostered in the facility, the superintendent at the time fired no one.
Additional allegations surfaced over the years. There are now multiple civil lawsuits and criminal investigations citing decades of abuse. Furthermore, the staff often ignored reports of these assaults or even retaliated.
Because of the pervasive nature of abuse at the facility, there are likely countless other victims who have never come forward. Now is the right time to speak with an attorney about sexual abuse lawsuits against Green Hill School.
It is natural for anyone abused at this school—especially someone whose trauma occurred years ago—to wonder if they have the right to pursue a lawsuit and seek compensation for their mistreatment.
There is a statute of limitations that applies to all injury cases, and sexual abuse allegations are no different. The court will generally dismiss claims filed after this time period expires. However, the state understands that many victims of childhood trauma find it difficult to come forward until they are much older. To account for this, the state has adopted a modified statute of limitations giving an adult the opportunity to pursue legal action for abuse they suffered as a child.
Questions regarding legal deadlines are complex, and one should never assume the time limit has expired without first talking to legal counsel. Phillips Law Group can help a survivor understand their rights and review their legal options when it comes to Green Hill School sexual abuse litigation.
If a lawsuit is successful, survivors can obtain different types of damages. No two cases are exactly alike, making it important to talk with an attorney about the potential compensation. A survivor can seek any of the following damages:
Let Phillips Law Group answer questions about the type of available damages.
If you survived sexual abuse while residing at the Green Hill School, you can seek compensation. Holding your abuser accountable is a big decision that only you can make. The good news is that you never have to pursue a civil lawsuit on your own.
The team at Phillips Law Group is proud to serve as an advocate for survivors. Reach out for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss Green Hill School sexual abuse lawsuits right away.
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